Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Water resources

Question:

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in collaboration with which of the following organization has been monitoring the water quality of national aquatic resources at 507 stations?

Options:

Ministry of Tourism

Ministry of Agriculture

National Pollution Controls Board

 State Pollution Control Boards

Correct Answer:

 State Pollution Control Boards

Explanation:

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in collaboration with State Pollution Control Boards has been monitoring water quality of national aquatic resources at 507 stations. The data obtained from these stations show that organic and bacterial contamination continues to be the main source of pollution in rivers. The Yamuna river is the most polluted river in the country between Delhi and Etawah.